Castore partners with GXO to support its logistics operations globally
GXO Logistics (NYSE: GXO) has expanded its partnership with Castore, the performance sportswear brand, to manage warehousing and transportation operations across the UK, US, and Europe. The collaboration, which began in April 2024 in the UK, involves distributing teamwear to prominent sports teams including Oracle Red Bull Racing, McLaren F1, Everton FC, and England Cricket teams.
Following successful UK operations, the partnership now extends to the Netherlands with plans for US expansion. GXO handles distribution to wholesale customers, manages over 20 Castore retail stores across Europe, and fulfills global e-commerce orders. The implementation in the UK included rolling out a dedicated warehouse management system within eight weeks of contract signing. GXO provides integrated services including returns, courier management, and personalization while managing relationships with Castore's brand partners.
GXO Logistics (NYSE: GXO) ha ampliato la sua partnership con Castore, il marchio di abbigliamento sportivo performante, per gestire le operazioni di magazzinaggio e trasporto nel Regno Unito, negli Stati Uniti e in Europa. La collaborazione, iniziata ad aprile 2024 nel Regno Unito, prevede la distribuzione dell'abbigliamento per le squadre sportive a importanti club, tra cui Oracle Red Bull Racing, McLaren F1, Everton FC e le squadre di cricket dell'Inghilterra.
In seguito al successo delle operazioni nel Regno Unito, la partnership si estende ora ai Paesi Bassi con piani per espandersi negli Stati Uniti. GXO gestisce la distribuzione ai clienti all'ingrosso, gestisce oltre 20 negozi al dettaglio Castore in Europa e soddisfa gli ordini di e-commerce a livello globale. L'implementazione nel Regno Unito ha incluso l'avvio di un sistema di gestione del magazzino dedicato entro otto settimane dalla firma del contratto. GXO offre servizi integrati, compresi i resi, la gestione dei corrieri e la personalizzazione, gestendo nel contempo le relazioni con i partner del marchio Castore.
GXO Logistics (NYSE: GXO) ha ampliado su asociación con Castore, la marca de ropa deportiva de alto rendimiento, para gestionar las operaciones de almacenamiento y transporte en el Reino Unido, EE. UU. y Europa. La colaboración, que comenzó en abril de 2024 en el Reino Unido, incluye la distribución de ropa de equipo a importantes clubes deportivos, incluidos Oracle Red Bull Racing, McLaren F1, Everton FC y las selecciones de cricket de Inglaterra.
Tras el éxito de las operaciones en el Reino Unido, la asociación ahora se extiende a los Países Bajos con planes de expansión a EE. UU. GXO maneja la distribución a clientes mayoristas, gestiona más de 20 tiendas minoristas de Castore en Europa y satisface los pedidos de comercio electrónico a nivel global. La implementación en el Reino Unido incluyó la implementación de un sistema de gestión de almacenes dedicado dentro de las ocho semanas posteriores a la firma del contrato. GXO proporciona servicios integrados que incluyen devoluciones, gestión de mensajería y personalización, mientras gestiona las relaciones con los socios de marca de Castore.
GXO 물류 (NYSE: GXO)는 성능 스포츠웨어 브랜드 Castore와의 파트너십을 확장하여 영국, 미국 및 유럽 전역에서 창고 및 운송 운영을 관리합니다. 2024년 4월 영국에서 시작된 이 협업은 Oracle Red Bull Racing, McLaren F1, Everton FC 및 영국 크리켓 팀을 포함한 주요 스포츠 팀에 팀웨어를 배포하는 것을 포함합니다.
영국 운영의 성공에 이어, 이 파트너십은 현재 네덜란드로 확장되었으며 미국으로의 확장 계획이 있습니다. GXO는 도매 고객에 대한 배급을 담당하고, 유럽 전역에 있는 20개 이상의 Castore 소매점을 관리하며, 글로벌 전자상거래 주문을 이행합니다. 영국에서의 구현에는 계약 체결 후 8주 이내에 전용 창고 관리 시스템을 롤아웃하는 것이 포함되었습니다. GXO는 반품, 택배 관리 및 개인화를 포함한 통합 서비스를 제공하며 Castore의 브랜드 파트너와의 관계를 관리합니다.
GXO Logistics (NYSE: GXO) a élargi son partenariat avec Castore, la marque de vêtements de sport performants, pour gérer les opérations d'entreposage et de transport au Royaume-Uni, aux États-Unis et en Europe. La collaboration, qui a débuté en avril 2024 au Royaume-Uni, implique la distribution de vêtements d'équipe à des équipes sportives de renom, y compris Oracle Red Bull Racing, McLaren F1, Everton FC et les équipes de cricket d'Angleterre.
Suite au succès des opérations au Royaume-Uni, le partenariat s'étend désormais aux Pays-Bas avec des projets d'expansion aux États-Unis. GXO gère la distribution vers des clients en gros, gère plus de 20 magasins de détail Castore en Europe et remplit les commandes de commerce électronique à l'échelle mondiale. La mise en œuvre au Royaume-Uni comprenait le déploiement d'un système de gestion d'entrepôt dédié dans les huit semaines suivant la signature du contrat. GXO offre des services intégrés incluant les retours, la gestion des coursiers et la personnalisation tout en gérant les relations avec les partenaires de marque de Castore.
GXO Logistics (NYSE: GXO) hat seine Partnerschaft mit Castore, der Marke für leistungsstarke Sportbekleidung, ausgeweitet, um die Lager- und Transportoperationen in Großbritannien, den USA und Europa zu verwalten. Die Zusammenarbeit, die im April 2024 in Großbritannien begann, umfasst die Verteilung von Teamkleidung an bedeutende Sportteams wie Oracle Red Bull Racing, McLaren F1, Everton FC und die englischen Cricket-Mannschaften.
Nach dem erfolgreichen Betrieb in Großbritannien erstreckt sich die Partnerschaft nun auf die Niederlande mit Plänen zur Expansion in die USA. GXO übernimmt die Distribution an Großhandelskunden, verwaltet über 20 Castore-Einzelhandelsgeschäfte in Europa und erfüllt globale E-Commerce-Bestellungen. Die Implementierung in Großbritannien umfasste die Einführung eines speziellen Lagerverwaltungssystems innerhalb von acht Wochen nach Vertragsunterzeichnung. GXO bietet integrierte Dienstleistungen an, einschließlich Rücksendungen, Kuriermanagement und Personalisierung, während es die Beziehungen zu Castores Markenpartnern verwaltet.
- Expansion of operations from UK to Netherlands and planned US market entry
- Successful rapid implementation of warehouse management system in 8 weeks
- Integration of multiple service channels including retail, wholesale, and e-commerce
- Partnership with high-profile sports teams and athletes enhancing business profile
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This expanded partnership represents a significant strategic win for GXO in the high-growth sportswear logistics sector. The rapid implementation timeline of eight weeks demonstrates GXO's operational excellence and scalability, critical factors that could attract similar high-profile clients in the performance wear segment.
The deal's structure is particularly noteworthy for three reasons: First, it creates a complete end-to-end logistics solution that integrates warehousing, transportation and e-commerce fulfillment - a comprehensive offering that typically yields higher margins than standalone services. Second, the international expansion component provides GXO with increased utilization of its global network, potentially improving operational leverage. Third, the high-profile nature of Castore's partnerships with premier sports teams creates visibility that could accelerate GXO's growth in the sporting goods sector.
From an operational perspective, the integration of courier management and returns handling indicates a deeper strategic partnership rather than a traditional vendor relationship. This positions GXO to capture a larger share of the supply chain value and creates higher switching costs for the client. The rapid scaling from UK operations to a global partnership also validates GXO's ability to execute complex, multi-market logistics solutions - a key differentiator in winning enterprise-level contracts.
The timing aligns with the broader industry trend toward integrated logistics partnerships as brands focus on core competencies while outsourcing supply chain operations. This deal structure could serve as a blueprint for future partnerships, particularly with fast-growing direct-to-consumer brands requiring scalable, global logistics solutions.
Teamwear, merchandise and high-quality mainline sportswear will be distributed through GXO’s expert logistics services
GXO will distribute teamwear to Oracle Red Bull Racing, McLaren F1, Everton FC, Glasgow Rangers, England Cricket and many more high-profile sports teams and individual athletes
LONDON, U.K. and EINDHOVEN, The Netherlands, Feb. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE: GXO), the world’s largest pure-play contract logistics provider, announced today that it has expanded its partnership with Castore, the performance sportswear brand, to operate warehousing and transportation in the UK, US and Europe.
GXO has been providing logistics services to Castore’s business in the UK since April 2024, distributing teamwear to a variety of sporting teams and individuals, including Oracle Red Bull Racing, McLaren F1, Everton FC, the England Cricket teams, as well as Olympic silver medallist Adam Peaty.
Following the successful launch of the UK operation, Castore is expanding its partnership with GXO which will use its global scale to provide logistics operations in the Netherlands with plans to expand to the U.S.
Alongside teamwear, GXO distributes product to wholesale customers that sell team merchandise and high-quality sportswear, whilst also providing retail distribution to more than 20 Castore stores across Europe. Additionally, GXO is responsible for fulfilling and managing the transport of all e-commerce sales globally.
“It is fantastic to partner with a like-minded and fast-growing brand,” said Richard Cawston, Chief Revenue Officer, GXO. “We’re proud that Castore recognised our expertise in fashion and sportswear, trusting their logistics to us. We will bring our capabilities in warehousing and transport services to support Castore’s continuing growth. Our flexible systems have already helped improve efficiencies and, with our transport capabilities, we can deliver seamless and streamlined fulfilment. It’s brilliant that our success in the UK has given us the opportunity to grow our partnership so Castore can access our global network as they grow in Europe and the U.S.”
Adrian Harris, Chief Supply Chain Officer of Castore: “As Castore continues its fast-paced growth, we want to ensure we work with partners to support and strengthen our ambitions to be one of the world’s highest performance sportswear brands. We’re confident that GXO is the right logistics partner to manage our existing operations in the UK, and across our global network, with an experienced team and world-class systems to meet our needs.”
In the UK, GXO and Castore worked seamlessly to deliver a rapid implementation, rolling out a new dedicated warehouse management system within eight weeks of contract signing.
GXO will provide both warehousing and managed transport solutions to Castore, integrating both elements of the supply chain to ensure a continuous operation from start to finish. An integrated operations model allows businesses to unlock greater economies of scale and reduces the risk of disruption as products flow seamlessly from the warehouse to transport.
GXO offers an integrated solution of services to Castore, including returns, courier management, personalisation and building relationships with Castore’s brand partners to ensure the seamless distribution of product.
With GXO’s courier management team now responsible for parcel delivery administration in the UK&I, Castore is able to remain laser-focused on creating the highest quality sportswear products for teams and customers.
About GXO Logistics
GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE: GXO) is the world’s largest pure-play contract logistics provider and is capitalizing on the rapid growth of ecommerce and automation. GXO is committed to providing a world-class, diverse workplace for more than 130,000 team members in more than 970 facilities totaling approximately 200 million square feet. The company partners with the world’s leading blue-chip companies to solve complex logistics challenges with technologically advanced supply chain and ecommerce solutions. GXO is headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut, USA. Visit GXO.com for more information and connect with GXO on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.
About Castore
Castore is a performance sportswear brand and end-to-end digital retailing platform for global sports teams. Castore’s Team Sports platform manages the full omni-channel retailing (online, offline, event-based) operations for selected partners and has a proven approach for growing revenues through product quality, supply chain innovation and fan engagement. Team Sports partners include McLaren F1; Oracle Red Bull Racing; England Cricket Board, Everton FC, Glasgow Rangers, Bayer Leverkusen, Feyenoord, Sevilla FC, Athletic Club (Bilbao), Saracens Rugby and Republic of Ireland Football. Castore’s Mainline brand crafts high-quality sportswear using advanced materials and precision engineering designed to improve athlete performance.
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